Genko-an

About

A temple with a "blood ceiling" and windows framing autumn like art

Why go

• A true beauty in any season
• Offering a moment of quiet tranquility
• A beautiful place in Kyoto

Must try

• View autumn leaves through the Window of Enlightenment
• See the blood-stained ceiling
• Look through the Window of Mayoi
• Look through the Window of Enlightenment

Pro tips

• Take a bus from Kita-oji Station
• Visit in the morning for natural light
• Best time is mid to late November

Good to know

• Entrance fee is 500 yen in November

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Rating

4.4 / 5 (1209 reviews)

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